Compliance Manager - Offshore Law Firm.

Michael Page (UK); Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee onboarding and compliance for an Offshore Law Firm in Southampton. The successful candidate will possess proven experience in a legal or financial environment, demonstrating strong AML/CFT knowledge and exceptional stakeholder management skills. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT legislation.
• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert onboarding and compliance support.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement updates.
• Act as AML/CFT/PF subject matter expert.

Skills

Experience in Legal or Financial Services

Knowledge of AML/CFT legislation

Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel)

Leadership and stakeholder management

Analytical and communication skills

Education

Degree with relevant professional designation (e.g., CAMS, ICA)

Tools

Intapp/ViewPoint experience

Job description

• Compliance Manager.
• Offshore Law Firm.

About Our Client

Offshore Law Firm.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide expert onboarding and compliance support to partners and fee earners.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and liaise with the onboarding team.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement policy updates promptly.
• Act as AML/CFT/PF subject matter expert and support compliance teams.
• Identify and resolve compliance issues, manage escalations, and oversee monitoring findings.
• Assist with regulatory submissions, audits, and onboarding process improvements.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate would have:

• Proven experience in a similar role within a Legal or Financial Services environment.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT legislation, global sanctions, and risk-based CDD/client onboarding.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel), screening systems; Intapp/ViewPoint experience an asset.
• Degree qualified with relevant professional designation (e.g., CAMS, ICA).
• Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-jurisdiction communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication abilities; detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to influence effectively.

What's on Offer

On offer to the candidate:

• Competitive salary plus package.
• Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Hybrid working from Southampton office.